Waveriders (2009)

Synopsis of Waveriders

With this unusual, way-offbeat documentary, Joel Conroy offers an unique take on a familiar subject: the film examines the Irish origins of the west coast surfing culture. Conroy filters this history through the tragic life of George Freeth - an Irish transplant who turned early 20th century Hawaiian kings onto surfing, and thus resurrected a long-buried pastime that eventually spread to the masses. The film immediately delves into Freeth's tale, then travels around the world charting his influences across numerous cultural boundaries - from Hawaii, to sunny Southern California, to the "mother country" of Ireland. The film culminates with the makers' decision to take on-camera rides on colossal, 50-foot waves just off of the Irish coast. ~ Nathan Southern, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

75 mins

Director(s):

Joel Conroy

Writer(s):

Joel Conroy, Lauren Davies

Producer(s):

Margo Harkin

Categories:

Foreign, Documentary

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